CHAPTER 2 WIRING
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Encoder
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2.4 Encoder
2.4.1 Encoder Cable
Use shielded cables for wiring of the servomotor encoder.
The optional cable for the servomotor is a cable having bend resistance, which is also UL standard
compliant.
Use a regular twisted pair batch shield cable if the servomotor and cable do not work.
Cross linked polyethylene vinyl sheath cable for robot travel (Daiden Co., Ltd.)
RMCV-SB-A (UL2464) AWG#25/2P + AWG#23/2C (Twisted type) or AWG#23/3P
(For 10 m or smaller wiring length)
RMCV-SB-A (UL2464) AWG#25/2P + AWG#17/2C or its equivalent
(For wiring lengths < 10 m and ≤ 50 m)
The relationship between AWG and mm is shown below.
Gauge SI unit Inch unit
A.W.G In [mm
2
]
Diameter [mm]
Cross section
[mm
2
]
Diameter [mil]
Cross section
[CM]
16 1.25 1.291 1.309 50.82 2583
17 - 1.150 1.037 45.26 2048
18 - 1.024 0.8226 40.30 1624
19 - 0.9116 0.6529 35.89 1288
20 - 0.8118 0.5174 31.96 1021
21 - 0.7299 0.4105 28.46 810.0
22 - 0.6438 0.3256 25.35 642.6
23 - 0.5733 0.2518 22.57 509.4
24 - 0.5106 0.2024 20.10 404.0
25 - 0.4547 0.1623 17.90 320.4